In preparing for the upcoming 4th of July Celebration, quotes were solicited for the 2020, 2021 and 2022 fireworks shows from Precocious Pyrotechnics, Inc., Ace Pyrotechnics, Hollywood Pyrotechnics and Pyrotechnic Display, Inc. Due to the nature of fireworks shows, staff instructed each company to submit a quote for the budgeted amount of $23,000.

They city received only one quote from Pyrotechnic Display, Inc. After reviewing the quote from Pyrotechnic Display, Inc., they met all specifications and are offering quality shows with an opening body, main body, mid-show barrage and grand finale.

Pyrotechnics Display, Inc. has been providing Chanhassen’s 4th of July fireworks display for over 30 years. During this time, Pyrotechnic Display, Inc. has consistently displayed a high level of professionalism, a great safety record, and always offered a variety of high-quality products to produce excellent shows.

Pyrotechnics Display, Inc. has provided a very strong quote by fulfilling all of the quote requirements, offering a balanced and enjoyable show that will include a mid-show barrage.

At their February 26 Park and Recreation Commission meeting the commission reviewed the 2020-2022 4th of July Fireworks Contract and after discussing the item Commissioner Tsuchiya made a motion that the Park and Recreation Commission recommend the City Council approve the 2020-2022 4th of July Fireworks Contract; Commissioner Petouvis seconded the motion.  The motion passed unanimously 6-0.

It is staff’s recommendation that the City Council approve a three-year 4th of July Fireworks contract (2020-2022) with Pyrotechnic Display, Inc. in the amount of $23,000 per year. This amount is included in Fund 1600 of the budget. The 2020 fireworks display will take place on Saturday, July 4 at 10 p.m. at Lake Ann Park.